There's nothing more irresistible than sinking your teeth into a fresh baked pizza crust smothered with rich tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and light, flavorful toppings, hot from the oven. Enjoying that perfect pie with the finest wines from California's Central Coast, where wineries flourish and award-winning wines abound, makes your meal something to savor and appreciate.

For Italians, just as a pasta dish is more about the pasta than the sauce, pizza is about the crust--especially when it's baked to perfection in a wood-fired oven. Now with Pizza & Wine: Authentic Italian Recipes and Wine Pairings, you can learn how to make a wonderful assortment of exciting pizzas, along with delicious side dishes and desserts, that will impress family and friends. Each mouthwatering pie is then paired with the perfect California wine, whether medium- or full-bodied, fruity or spicy--because no Italian meal is complete without a glass of premium, handcrafted wine.